Childhood’s End

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‘Frighteningly logical, believable, and grimly prophetic ... Clarke is a master.’
  1. The Los Angeles Times
It is the late 1970s and the United States and Soviet Republic are on the cusp of entering outer space. However, just as space travel is within their grasp, alien spaceships descend over the earth’s major cities ... five years later, the Overlords have taken over the world. American illustrator Grace Aldrich elevates the tension and uneasiness in the narrative to present the strange new reality in six unnerving illustrations, while her striking binding design features the pivotal character, Jan Rodricks.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Childhood’s End has always been my favourite novel ever. It’s also the only book of which I own more than one copies, including an old one published in my year of birth (1966). So I decided that my collection deserved this luxurious illustrated edition. I didn’t regret this decision at all: the quality of printing, binding and packaging is outstanding, and delivery was swift and correct. I even re-read the book once again to enjoy this wonderful edition even more.

Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Decades after publishing, this is still a classic of science fiction.

Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I only bought as it was a good price for the book. It came neatly packed and wrapped well. Love the illustrations and the quality paper and cover.

Quality: 5
Value for money: 4
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A lovely birthday gift for my science fiction loving husband.

Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I first read this book many years ago and I have always liked it. When I saw that a Folio edition had finally been released I knew that I had to get it and I have not been disappointed.

Quality: 5
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've read it before and it's one of my favorites. The binding and illustrations are superb.

Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very happy with the Arthur C. Clarke line from Folio Society, and hoping to see more of them. Book and slipcase are both well illustrated. Only quibble is the way the title was printed on the spine is a bit hard to read.

Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Haven't had a chance to read it yet, but the book looks great.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Very nice indeed, beautifully made and presented; complements “2001” and “Rama” perfectly.

Quality: 5
Value for money: 4
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Gorgeous edition that looks good with Rama and 2001 on the shelf

Quality: 4
Value for money: 4
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bought the book for someones birthday. Perfect gift.

Quality: 5
Value for money: 4
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Good choice of an unusual science fiction work

Quality: 4
Value for money: 4
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

An amazing Edition! The illustrations are wonderful!

Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent quality, the default for all Folio Society books!

Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Folio Society books are works of art. So well assembled and beautifully illustrated, the quality of their books reflects their respect for the quality of the literature within them.

Quality: 5
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Another superb edition. Beautifully presented and illustrated. The Folio Society is the zenith, when it comes to book production. Highly recommended.

Quality: 5
Value for money: 4
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A well made products with stunning arts in it.

Quality: 5
Value for money: 4